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Waterford Terrace

5580 Aztec Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942

Independent Living Assisted Living
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(800) 780-8101

To Reach a Resident

(619) 333-7276

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $2,352
One Bedroom
Estimated $2,963

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $2,923
  • Average State Price: $4,162
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Waterford Terrace Description

    It’s easy to make yourself at home in a retirement community as comfortable and welcoming as Waterford Terrace. Our central location allows you to take advantage of all the best of Southern California, just minutes from terrific shopping and cultural venues. Choose from 2 different floor plans starting at just $2,800, each with a patio or balcony to soak up the California sunshine.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Community Reviews

    9.1
    Waterford Terrace
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 63 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 1 out of 15 communities in La Mesa
  • Ranking in State: 722 out of 3259 communities in CA
  • Food and Dining A

    Value for Price C

    Activities A

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care A

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A


    Employee Reviews

    6.5
    Sunshine Retirement Living
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 349 reviews across the web

    The following insights are from employees that work in California

    Employee Pay B

    Employee Staff B

    Employee Culture B



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Positive Feedback:

    • Staff is described as friendly, kind, extremely competent, and always helpful, creating a welcoming atmosphere that feels like home.
    • The food receives high praise for being great, tasty, varied, and offering a nice balance between healthy and comfort options.
    • Facilities are well-loved, with mentions of a theater, library, hair salon, activity room, convenience store, spacious dining room, and a lovely outside terrace with magnificent views.
    • Activities are abundant, including scenic drives, outings, shopping trips, and special events like brunches and BBQs, enhancing the community experience.
    • The location is appreciated for its easy access to everything one might need, and the building and gardens are noted for being attractive and spotless.
    • Many reviewers highlight the sense of community and family among residents and staff, with several staff members expressing pride in being part of the Waterford team.

    Critical Feedback:

    • One review mentions the location being difficult for walking anywhere.
    • Concerns are raised about the adequacy of the two slow elevators, especially in emergency evacuation scenarios.
    • The resident community is described as quite mixed in terms of mental state, which may be a consideration for some.

    General Sentiment:

    Overall, the reviews for Waterford Terrace are overwhelmingly positive, with many praising the staff, food, facilities, and the sense of community. While there are a few concerns, they are significantly outnumbered by the positive aspects mentioned by both residents and staff members.


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    Health

    Wellness

    Physical Activities

    Senior Yoga

    Exercise Classes

    Zumba


    Services

    On-Site Service Providers

    Concierge Services

    Travel Program

    Resident Referral Program

    EZ Move Program with Seniors Need

    Weekly Housekeeping


    Activities

    Robust Activity Calendar

    Organized Activities

    Community Activities

    Resident Activities

    Scheduled Outings and Activities

    Daily Activities


    Community Amenities

    Full-Service Amenities

    Beautiful Grounds

    Scenic Walking Paths

    Hair Salon

    Gym

    Computer Center


    Room Amenities

    Patio or Balcony

    Kitchen

    High-Speed Internet

    Telephone

    All Utilities


    Dining

    24/7 Dining

    All-Day Dining

    Dining Experience

    Fine Dining

    Executive Chef


    Transportation

    Door-to-Door Transportation

    Transportation


    Pet

    Pets Welcome

    Pet-Friendly



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is La Mesa which is 1.0 miles away and has a population of 60,089 (large town).
    • The average income is $68,175, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 78
      • Low Temperature: 59
      • Average Temperature: 68.4
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 63 days of rain and 301 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 0.5 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 4.93 per 100 people which is high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 1.06 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 2.68 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.5 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 80.76 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 156.0, Moderate Days 120.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 6.0, Unhealthy Days 1.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Vons
    0.2 miles away
    Costco
    0.5 miles away
    Vine Ripe Market
    0.6 miles away
    Frasier Farms
    0.7 miles away
    Walmart
    1.1 miles away

    Transportation

    70th Street
    1.0 miles away
    Grossmont
    1.0 miles away

    Bus Stations

    Lake Murray Boulevard & Maryland Avenue
    0.6 miles away
    40262
    0.7 miles away

    Banks

    Wells Fargo
    0.2 miles away
    Bank of America
    1.0 miles away
    California Bank & Trust
    1.2 miles away
    Chase
    2.0 miles away
    U.S. Bank Branch
    2.0 miles away

    Hospitals

    Alvarado Parkway Institute Behavioral Health System
    1.0 miles away
    Sharp Grossmont Hospital
    1.2 miles away
    Alvarado Hospital
    1.6 miles away
    Crestwood Behavioral Health San Diego
    3.5 miles away
    Kaiser Permanente Zion Medical Center
    3.9 miles away

    Pharmacies

    La Mesa Pharmacy
    1.2 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    2.4 miles away
    Walgreens
    2.8 miles away
    Walmart Pharmacy
    3.0 miles away
    Rite Aid
    4.0 miles away

    Dentists

    Palm Dental Group
    3.2 miles away
    Dental Arts San Diego
    3.7 miles away
    Korel Family Dentistry
    4.2 miles away
    Family Dental Groups
    5.0 miles away
    Sun Valley Dental Care
    5.2 miles away

    Parks

    Aztec Park
    0.1 miles away
    Sunset Park
    0.4 miles away
    Jackson Park
    0.5 miles away
    Mission Trails Regional Park
    0.5 miles away
    La Mesa
    0.7 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala
    4.5 miles away

    Shopping

    Grossmont Center North
    0.7 miles away
    Trolley Town Center
    0.8 miles away
    8800 Grossmont Blvd
    1.2 miles away
    Hawthorne Crossings
    7.5 miles away
    Westfield Plaza Bonita
    8.7 miles away

    Culture

    La Mesa Memorial Fine Arts Center
    1.0 miles away
    SDSU Open Air Theater
    2.5 miles away
    Stagehouse Theatre
    2.7 miles away
    Mt. Helix Amphitheater
    2.8 miles away
    Young Actors Theatre
    3.2 miles away

    Restaurants

    Outback Steakhouse (closed)
    0.3 miles away
    The Grill at Vine Ripe
    0.6 miles away
    Pho Superbowl
    0.7 miles away
    Chili's
    0.7 miles away
    Patty's Cafe
    0.8 miles away

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